Rashmika Mandanna has resumed shooting for Allu Arjun and Atlee’s Raaka in Mumbai after a medical break. Karan Mehta has also joined the cast and started filming for the Pan-India action film.
Rashmika Mandanna Resumes Raaka Shooting With Allu Arjun
Rashmika Mandanna has returned to the sets of Raaka in Mumbai and has begun filming with Allu Arjun.
According to the information provided, Rashmika had initially planned to join the shoot in August. Her schedule was later changed following an injury sustained while filming a dance sequence for Mysaa.
She has now recovered and resumed work on Raaka. However, she will film only for a few days during the current schedule.
Her full-fledged portions are expected to begin next month.
Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna Set for Action Sequences
Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna are expected to shoot several important action sequences together in Raaka.
The film marks their second collaboration after the success of the Pushpa franchise. Their reunion is therefore among the notable elements of Atlee’s upcoming project.
The Mumbai schedule currently brings the two actors together, while Rashmika’s larger shooting commitments for the film are expected to begin next month.
Karan Mehta Joins Atlee’s Raaka
Karan Mehta has also joined the ensemble cast of Raaka and has already started shooting.
Mehta made his Bollywood debut with Anurag Kashyap’s 2023 musical romantic drama Almost Pyaar With DJ Mohabbat. Before his acting debut, he assisted Rahul Dholakia on Shah Rukh Khan’s Raees.
He has now been cast in a key role in Raaka.
Who Is in the Raaka Cast?
Raaka features a large Pan-India ensemble led by Allu Arjun.
The reported cast includes:
| Actor | Role/Status |
| Allu Arjun | Lead |
| Deepika Padukone | Key role |
| Mrunal Thakur | Key role |
| Rashmika Mandanna | Key role |
| Janhvi Kapoor | Key role |
| Karan Mehta | Key role |
| Ramya Krishnan | Pivotal role |
| Yogi Babu | Pivotal role |
| Jim Sarbh | Pivotal role |
The film is being produced by Sun Pictures.
Reports had also linked Aishwarya Lekshmi to the project. However, sources cited in the supplied information have clarified that she is not associated with Raaka.
What Is Raaka About?
Raaka is described as a large-scale fantasy action film set in a parallel universe.
Atlee is directing the project, which brings together talent from multiple Indian film industries. The story details remain largely under wraps.
The film’s scale and ensemble cast make it one of the major upcoming projects featuring Allu Arjun.
Why Raaka Is Important for Allu Arjun
Raaka is Allu Arjun’s first project following the Pushpa franchise.
It also marks his first collaboration with director Atlee. Atlee previously directed Jawan, starring Shah Rukh Khan, which became a major worldwide theatrical success.
The combination of Allu Arjun and Atlee has made Raaka a closely watched project ahead of its eventual release.
When Will Raaka Release?
Raaka is expected to arrive in theatres in late 2027, with the production reportedly targeting completion by the first quarter of 2027.
A specific theatrical release date has not been provided in the supplied information.
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FAQ Section
Is Rashmika Mandanna shooting for Raaka?
Yes, Rashmika Mandanna has resumed shooting for Raaka in Mumbai alongside Allu Arjun.
Who is joining the cast of Raaka?
Karan Mehta has joined the cast of Raaka in a key role and has already started shooting.
Who are the stars in Raaka?
The reported ensemble includes Allu Arjun, Deepika Padukone, Mrunal Thakur, Rashmika Mandanna, Janhvi Kapoor, Karan Mehta, Ramya Krishnan, Yogi Babu and Jim Sarbh.
Who is directing Raaka?
Atlee is directing Raaka, a large-scale fantasy action film set in a parallel universe.
When will Raaka release?
Raaka is expected to have a late-2027 theatrical release, although a specific release date has not been announced in the supplied information.
